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NSP UGC Scholarships 2026–27 Open: PG Studies & Ishan Uday Apply by 31 Oct

The National Scholarship Portal lists the UGC National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies and Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme for NER as open from 16 September 2026. Student applications are open through 31 October, defective-application and institute verification through 15 November, and DNO/SNO/MNO verification through 30 November 2026.

By StudyDesk Editorial Desk Published 19 September 2026 Updated 19 September 2026 Verified from official source · checked 19 September 2026

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Quick answer

Two UGC scholarships are open on NSP

PG Studies and Ishan Uday opened on 16 September 2026 and currently accept student applications through 31 October.

Next step: Check the linked official source before taking action.

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SchemesPG Studies + Ishan Uday

Opened16 Sep 2026

Student application deadline31 Oct 2026

Institute/defective verification15 Nov 2026

DNO/SNO/MNO verification30 Nov 2026

Table of contents

Which UGC schemes opened on 16 September?

National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies — merit-based scheme.
Ishan Uday Special Scholarship Scheme for NER — merit-based scheme.

Current NSP timeline

NSP 2026–27 timeline shown for both schemes
Stage	Deadline
Student application	31 Oct 2026
Defective application verification	15 Nov 2026
Institute verification	15 Nov 2026
DNO/SNO/MNO verification	30 Nov 2026

Before applying

Open the individual scheme specifications/FAQ on NSP to confirm eligibility, institution/course conditions, documents and any domicile/category requirements before submitting the application.

Sources & verification

Dates/status are taken from the linked official source. Recheck the issuing authority before payment, admission, scholarship submission or exam-day action because later corrigenda/extensions may supersede this page.

National Scholarship Portal — All Scholarships 2026–27 ↗Official NSP scheme list; checked 19 September 2026.